Colin Copus assesses the impact on local politics of the office of regional Mayor. He sets out how the powers, roles, and responsibilities of mayors and mayoral councils would need to change if English local politics is to fundamentally reconnect with citizens and explores how t…
This book is the result of national research conducted amongst England's directly elected mayors and the councillors that serve alongside them. It is the first such major publication to assess the impact on local politics of this new office and fills a gap in our understanding o…
This book is the result of national research conducted amongst England?s directly elected mayors and the councillors that serve alongside them. It is the first such major publication to assess the impact on local politics of this new office and fills a gap in our understanding o…
This thesis studies the influence of the political party group on the processes of local political representation. It sets out to discover how party groups are able to position themselves between councillor and the electorate, to demand the loyalty of councillors, and to ensure …
Politics UK
by Garnett, Mark, Copus, Colin, Daddow, Oliver J., Jones, Bill, Norton, Philip
This best-selling and highly respected text provides a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of the British polity and political system. The material is presented in a consistently clear and lively style, constantly challenging the student and raising thought-provoking issue…